ACTIVE LEARNING

Active learning is associated with terms such as...

• student-centered and experiential learning.

• teacher-centered and passive learning.

• lectures and tests.

• low knowledge retention.

What is the primary goal of active learning?

• Minimizing classroom participation

• Promoting passive learning

• Maximizing test scores

• Increasing student engagement and involvement in the learning process

What is a common active learning strategy that involves small group discussions?

• Independent study

• Think-pair-share

• Lecture-style teaching

• Multiple-choice exams

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of active learning?

• Rote memorization

• Self-directed learning

• Problem-solving tasks

• Collaborative learning

Backchaining is ...

• a drilling technique used to focus on grammar problems.

• a drilling technique to improve classroom management.

• a drilling technique used to focus on pronunciation problems.

• a drilling technique to help learners retain information in lectures.